Field Planner
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Explore A Career At Mosaic Mosaic Forest Management Corporation is in the business of sustainable forest stewardship, managing private timberlands and public forest tenures in Coastal British Columbia for more than a century. Operating for over a century on Vancouver Island and coastal BC, Mosaic Forest Management is Canada’s largest private timberland producer. We take pride in our land base and have a long-term view of managing our trees and the ecosystems in which they grow. The Opportunity Mosaic is seeking a Field Planner to work out of our Campbell River office on Vancouver Island, British Columbia. The Role Reporting to the General Manager, Operations – North Island, the Field Planner will plan and develop optimal road and harvest blocks while keeping a high standard for safety, environment, quality, productivity, and cost. Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Conducting cut block and road layout in the field on a regular basis;
- Designing and developing field layouts, coordinating surveying and mapping activities and managing results and timelines;
- Developing and preparing road and harvest plans;
- Monitoring the quality of cut block layouts and files;
- Supporting the safe execution of planned harvest activities;
- Traveling to and working across Mosaic’s land base and, on occasion, at remote camps.
- Technical Diploma in Forestry or equivalent;
- Forestry industry experience or forestry engineering summer student experience or equivalent;
- 2+ years’ forestry engineering experience is preferred, but not required;
- RFT/RPF eligibility or accreditation with Forest Professionals BC;
- Valid Class 5 Drivers’ License or equivalent;
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills;
- Practical knowledge of timber harvesting systems;
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, ROADENG, GIS, LIDAR, GPS and ARCMAP;
- Ability to navigate difficult forest terrain and road construction sites on a regular basis;
- Ability to self-direct and effectively organize, plan and prioritize resources.
- Competitive compensation that matches your skills and experience.
- Annual bonus tied to both individual and company performance, recognizing your contributions to our success.
- Employer-paid premiums for a robust benefits package to support your wellness.
- Company-funded defined contribution pension plan to help secure your future.
- Generous paid vacation program, to recharge and relax.
- Flexible work model, depending on your role.
- We also offer various additional benefits and programs, including maternity and parental leave EI top-ups, opportunities for continuing education and professional development, and various discounts on goods and services.
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